Car costs put the brakes on spending

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Motorists are bearing the brunt of the economic crisis according to latest research. Two in five (40%) motorists have cut back on their car usage, with one in five (20%) cutting back on groceries to keep their car on the road.

Rising petrol prices (54%) and insurance premiums (28%) are the biggest concerns for motorists. One in five (20%) are struggling to pay for essential repairs and maintenance.